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Meghan Markle's Strapless Gown with a Thigh-High Slit Is Proof She Never Misses

One word: Timeless

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Oh, Meghan Markle, you’ve done it again. The Duchess of Sussex stepped back into the Hollywood limelight on Wednesday, December 4, gracing the red carpet in Beverly Hills with her signature poise and jaw-dropping style. Markle attended the Paley Honors Fall Gala to celebrate her dear friend Tyler Perry, and let’s just say, eyes were definitely on her...and that dress.

For the occasion, Markle chose a strapless black gown that practically whispered timeless elegance. The dress, believed to be Oscar de la Renta, per Women's Wear Daily, featured a romantic sweetheart neckline and a thigh-high slit that added just the right amount of drama. It also featured a train that oozed pure Hollywood glam. She completed the look with minimalist black stiletto sandals, a diamond tennis necklace, her classic Cartier Love bracelet and a stack of dazzling rings (including the engagement ring from Prince Harry).

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Walking side by side with Perry, Markle radiated effortless grace, but their bond was the real story of the night. The two became friends in 2018 when Perry reached out to her during a difficult time in her life. As the Suits alum shared in her Netflix docuseries Harry & Meghan, , Perry wrote her a letter offering his support amidst her public family struggles.

“Sometimes it’s easier to open up to someone who knows nothing at all,” she reflected. That heartfelt gesture blossomed into a deep friendship, with Perry even providing a safe haven for Markle and Prince Harry in 2020 when they stepped back from royal duties.

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It’s no wonder Markle showed up to celebrate Perry’s achievements, and let’s be honest, fans have come to expect nothing less than an iconic ensemble. Between her glowing confidence, timeless style and undeniable star power, Markle proved once again she’s not just the Duchess of Sussex—she’s a queen on the red carpet.

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